5 NFL teams with the cap space to pull off Aaron Rodgers trade

Aaron Rodgers requested a trade prior to the 2021 NFL season and even threatened to sit out if the Green Bay Packers didn't cooperate. They didn't trade him and he ultimately ended up coming back to play, but he could be looking to be traded once again during the 2022 offseason. If the Packers decide to move him, here are five potential landing spots who can afford his $27.5 million contract right now.

5 NFL teams who can afford Aaron Rodgers' contract if he's traded

#1 - Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos Courtland Sutton and Tim Patrick

The Denver Broncos have been most closely associated with trade rumors involving Aaron Rodgers. Their roster is built to win now, but they are just missing a quarterback. Rodgers would make them instant Super Bowl contenders. They also recently signed Nathaniel Hackett as their head coach, who was recently Rodgers' offensive coordinator in Green Bay.

#2 - Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz

There have been multiple reports that the Indianapolis Colts might be looking to move on from Carson Wentz during the 2022 NFL offseason after they failed to make the playoffs last year. Rodgers would be a massive upgrade from Wentz, transforming the Colts from playoff contenders to Super Bowl contenders.

5 NFL teams with enough available cap space to trade for Aaron Rodgers right now

Here are five teams that could afford Aaron Rodgers' contract if they were to acquire him via trade during the 2022 offseason.

#3 - Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in need of a quarterback after Ben Roethlisberger officially announced his retirement at the conclusion of the 2021 NFL season. They are expected to be active in the quarterback market this offseason, and could potentially make a big move for Rodgers if he becomes available.

#4 - Washington Commanders

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera

Ron Rivera recently stated that he expects Washington to be a player in the quarterback market during the 2022 offseason. He said he believes that Washington is an attractive destination for available quarterbacks, possessing a ton of upside to offer them because of their roster construction. They could be preparing to make a push for an elite quarterback like Rodgers.

#5 - Seattle Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson

Russell Wilson, like Rodgers, is another quarterback who could potentially be traded this year. If that happens, the Seattle Seahawks will likely be in the market to acquire a quarterback. Swapping Wilson for Rodgers would be an upgrade and would immediately keep them competitive.